Jan 23, 2009 Annie Louise Hensley Martin, 88, of Fieldale, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Blue Ridge Rehab Center in Martinsville. She was born in Henry County on Feb. 17, 1920, to William Thomas Hensley and Dollie Mae Merriman Hensley. She was a charter member of Pleasant Grove Christian Church and retired from Fieldcrest Mills with 29 years of service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Curtis Martin; five brothers, J.E. Hensley, Bill Hensley, Woodrow Hensley, David Hensley and Carl Burton Hensley; and two sisters, Mary Sue Winn and Narva Lee Roberts. Surviving are a son, Tommy R. Martin of Pleasant Grove; a daughter, Patricia C. Meadows of Reidsville, N.C.; a sister, Ruth Shields of Martinsville; two brothers, Hubert Hensley and Billy Hensley, both of Ridgeway; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in the South Chapel of Bassett Funeral Service with the Rev. Clyde Earles officiating. Burial will be in the Horsepasture Christian Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and other times at the home of her son, Tommy R. Martin, 2499 Wingfield Orchard Road, Martinsville. Memorials may be made to: Horsepasture Christian Church Cemetery Fund, 1146 Horsepasture-Price Road, Ridgeway, Va. 24148.

BAGLEY, Clara Lornia, 78, was welcomed in Heaven on Wednesday, January 21, 2009, by her parents, Victor F. and Lottie Lee Buisset; and her husband, Charles F. Bagley. She is survived by daughter, Linda Lee Bagley-Davis; sons, Charles L. Bagley, Bobby Joe Bagley; five grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, beloved nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Bagley was a lifelong resident of Varina, and an accomplished gardener. With spring's flowers and late summer's harvest, she will be remembered, loved and missed. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2009 at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. Richmond. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Washington Memorial Park, Sandston.

BAIER, Jack C. Sr., 87, of Glen Allen, passed away January 20, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Eleanor M. Baier; six children, Jack Jr., Richard, Bonnie, Ellen, Robert and David; his sister, Doris; 10 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Mr. Baier was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. He was a member of the Far West End Seventh-day Adventist Church. A memorial service will be held Saturday at 3:30 p.m. at Meadowbridge Seventh-day Adventist Church. Interment private. Condolences may be made at www.mem.com.

BEY, Archie Howlette II, former teacher for the Moorish Science Temple of America, left his earthly body on Saturday, January 17, 2009. Brother Archie was a faithful member and loved all the members of the Moorish Science Temple. Archie is survived by two sons, Kendal Bey and Matheno El; one daughter, Mengsa Bey; three sisters, Sylvia Bey, Farah Lowe-Bey and Crystal Bey; one brother-in-law, James H. Lowe; four grandchildren, Sakara Bey, Zahkeya Bey, Kendal Bey II and Kenya Bey; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, January 24, at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street.

BLACKBURN, John Ashley, passed away peacefully at his home in Charlottesville, on January 20, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. Jack was born November 29, 1941 to Stephen John and Ruth Johnson Blackburn in Colora, Md.; and is survived by his wife of 45 years, Betty Blackburn; sister, Dawn Blackburn Sobocinski of Wilmington, Del.; daughter, Heidi Blackburn Helmers of Louisville, Ky.; son, John Ashley Blackburn Jr. of Lexington, Va.; and his four beloved grandchildren. Jack was educated at Western Maryland College and Indiana University, served overseas in the United States Army and then began a career in college admissions as Director of Admission at Mary Baldwin College in 1968. In 1979, he was hired by then-Dean of Admission John T. Casteen III to become an associate dean at the University of Virginia. Jack was appointed Dean of Admission in 1985 and served in that role until his death. Blackburn worked tirelessly to make UVA's student population more racially, internationally and socioeconomically diverse while also dramatically raising the overall academic profile of the University. Blackburn created an outreach office within Admission to encourage highly qualified African-American students to apply and accept offers of admission; as a result, UVA's African-American students graduate at the highest rate of any public university in America. He pushed for increased financial aid for students and abolished the University's early-decision admission process, which he felt provided undue advantage to students from families affluent enough to commit to the University without first seeing a financial aid offer. Blackburn was instrumental in creating the AccessUVA financial aid program, under which it accepted in-state students from lower income families to receive a full scholarship and promoted it enthusiastically, repeatedly visiting high schools in communities all over the Commonwealth, from Tangier Island to Grundy. He often said, "There are smart kids everywhere." In recognition of his service to the University, Blackburn received the Thomas Jefferson Award, the highest honor given to a member of the University community, in 2008. Blackburn also served as a trustee to the College Board and as an Elder at Westminster Presbyterian Church. His grace, integrity and extraordinary generosity will be missed, but his legacy endures in the lives of the countless people he has touched throughout his life. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, at Westminster Presbyterian Church at 190 Rugby Road, Charlottesville. A reception will follow at Alumni Hall, 211 Emmet Street. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the John A. Blackburn Endowed Scholarship for AccessUVA, Office of Development and Public Affairs, Attn: Gift Accounting, P.O. Box 400807, Charlottesville, Va. 22904; the Jack and Betty Blackburn Endowed Jefferson Scholarship, Jefferson Scholars Foundation, P.O. Box 400891, Charlottesville, Va. 22904; or the Westminster Church Endowment Funds, P.O. Box 3365, Charlottesville, Va. 22903.

BOWDEN, Elizabeth Conwell, 67, of Hanover, Va., passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at her residence. She was a native of Greensville County, and was a member of Monument Heights Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lois Harrison Conwell and Howard L. Conwell Sr.; her stepmother, Mayfield H. Conwell; two aunts, Virgie and Beulah Harrison; and a brother, Neal W. Conwell. She is survived by her son, John C. Bowden IV and his wife, Andi McKinney-Bowden; and her daughter, Susan B. Lane and her husband, Chris Lane; four grandchildren, Tyler McKinney, John "Ches" C. Bowden V, Katelyn E. Lane, and Brooklyn E. Bowden; four brothers, Howard L. Conwell Jr. and his wife, Cathy, Earl F. Conwell and his wife, Diane, Wilson G. Conwell and his wife, Pat, and Larry R. Conwell; three sisters, Eloise C. Stahl and her husband, Steve, Mildred A. Spiers and her husband, David, and Sheila M. Conwell; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Friday (today) from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's - Staples Mill Chapel, 8510 Staples Mill Rd., where a funeral service will be held Saturday at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bon Secours Hospice, Richmond Healthcare Foundation, 5875 Bremo Rd., Suite 710, Richmond, Va. 23226, or to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060.

Murray C. Bunch SUFFOLK - Murray Copeland Bunch, 78, died Jan. 21, 2009, in Sentara Obici Hospital. Born in Hobbsville, N.C., he was the son of the late Joseph Haywood and Inez Rachel Copeland Bunch and brother of the late Hillard Bunch, Lindsey Bunch, Callie Bunch, Allie Mae White and Ruby Evans. Mr. Bunch retired from the Coca Cola Company after 36 years as a supervisor and was a member of Sandy Cross Baptist Church in North Carolina. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jean Whitehurst Bunch; daughter, Cindy and husband Larry Chavis of Suffolk; sons, Kenneth and wife Mabel Bunch of Carrsville, Keith Bunch of Chesapeake and Bobby and wife Debbie Bunch of Suffolk; sister, Hallie Lane of Belvidere, N.C.; brother, Otis Bunch of Maple, N.C.; grandchildren, Kimberly Vick, Kristen Bass, Courtney Williams, Brittany Weisinger, Kent and Kirk Bunch, Brent and Brooke Bunch; and eight great-grandchildren. A funeral will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in R.W. Baker & Co. Funeral Home & Crematory by the Rev. Donald Jones with burial in Cedar Hill Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the funeral home today from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Whaleyville Volunteer Fire Department, 6235 Whaleyville Blvd., Suffolk, VA 23438. Condolences may be registered at, Charities

. He was also a member of the American Legion Post No. 190 in Portsmouth. He was united in holy matrimony to the former Irene Rosser. Those remaining to forever cherish the precious memory of his life are his loving wife, Irene Burgess of the home; his children, Ricky Burgess and Tony Burgess of Portsmouth, King W. Burgess Jr. of Chesapeake, Danny Burgess of Atlanta and Ricky Graves (Valinda) of Littleton, N.C.; two brothers, DeArthur Burgess of Columbus, Ga., and Clifton Burgess (Cheryl) of Charlotte, N.C.; two sisters, Emily Burgess-Jones of Philadelphia and Musie B. Burgess-Davis of Bronx, N.Y.; 14 grandchildren, Batrika Harrell, Shamar Copeland, Rharshima Hand, Ricky Burgess II, Tonae Burgess, Ricco Burgess, Raeshawnda Burgess, Tiniqua Burgess, King Burgess III, Dillis Burgess, Brian Burgess, Damian Rivers, Douminique Burgess and Shaenelle Graves; four brothers-in-law, Eartis Rosser, Herman Rosser (Frances) and Frank Rosser (Ida), all of Littleton and Robert Rosser (Diane) of Roanoke Rapids, N.C.; five sisters-in-law, Bernice Harris and Pearlie Mae Clanton (Robert) of Littleton, Flonnie Johnson of Norfolk and Octavius Burgess of New York, City and Ada Burgess of Portsmouth; numerous great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at Robinson Funeral Home Chapel in Littleton. The Rev. John R. Rooks will officiate and burial will follow in Mount Olive Baptist Church Cemetery in Littleton. The body will repose until 8:30 p.m. today at the funeral home., Charities

BURKART, Barbara T., of Richmond, passed away in her sleep on Sunday night, January 18, 2009. She was surrounded by her loving husband, Don Burkart; her mother, Margaret Thaw; and three children, Peter, Elizabeth and Rebecca. She is also survived by her granddaughter, Laural Burkart; her brother, Dale Thaw; and her sister, Susan Maxwell. Barbara added a spark of positive energy to everyone she met and will be dearly missed by everyone. She is now in the company of her brother, David Thaw; and grandson, Gabriel Burkart. She is finally home. A memorial service will be held at New Life Outreach International on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. The family will be receiving friends afterwards at Don's home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the National Kidney Foundation are preferred by the family.

Robert K. Burrell VIRGINIA BEACH - Robert Keith Burrell, 51, passed away Jan. 21, 2009. Born in Portsmouth, Robert was preceded in death by his father, Donald K. Burrell. He was an honor graduate from Bayside High School in 1975 and was a self-employed power washing specialist since 1986. He was also employed with Colonial Webb Technologies for 10 years and was a member of Bayside Presbyterian Church. Robert was a caring and giving person. He had a heart of gold and was loved by all who met him and will be truly missed. An avid sports fan, he loved to fish and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bob's time on earth touched many souls and he always left you smiling and you knew what a true friend he was. Survivors include his loving mother, Patricia M. Burrell; a brother, David Burrell of Norfolk; a sister, Linda Salamon of Virginia Beach; a niece and nephew, Nikki and Donnie Salamon and their father Ron; and his new best friend, Frank Willis. A celebration of Robert's life will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. by the Rev. Ben Skidmore at Rosewood Kellum Funeral Home. A reception will follow at the funeral home. Tributes may be sent to www.mem.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Davis Corner Volunteer Fire Dept. or Bayside Presbyterian Church., Charities

James William Butler, 87, of Petersburg, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, James A. Butler and Sarah Ella Garrett Butler; brothers, Thomas, George, and John Butler; and his sisters, Mary Jinnett and Louise Wellington. Mr. Butler served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II, retired from the Petersburg Utility Department, and was a member of Grace Baptist Church and a former member of Crater View Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gladys H. Butler; son, James R. Butler; and daughter, Linda C. Butler. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, 2009 at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2009 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at 1 p.m. at Washington Memorial Park. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

BUTLER, James William, 87, of Petersburg passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, James A. Butler and Sarah Ella Garrett Butler; brothers, Thomas, George, and John Butler; and his sisters, Mary Jinnett and Louise Wellington. Mr. Butler served his country in the U. S. Navy during World War II, retired from the Utility Department of the City of Petersburg, and was a member of Grace Baptist Church and a former member of Crater View Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Gladys H. Butler; son, James R. Butler; and daughter, Linda C. Butler. The family will receive friends on Sunday, January 25, 2009 at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service from 2 to 4 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, January 26, 2009 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at 1 p.m. at Washington Memorial Park. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.

CAMMACK, Oliver, of Richmond, departed this life January 18, 2009. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Cammack; and one son, Oliver Cammack Jr. He is survived by one daughter, Theresa Cammack; five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter; three sisters, Helen Jones, Pheobe Freeman and Betty Smith; five brothers, Johnnie, Sylvester, Willie and Vernon Freeman and Clinton Cammack; a host of nieces, among them, two devoted, Ivy Edwards Sledge and Sherilla Reid; nephews and cousins; three sisters-in-law, Belinda, Delores and Lousie Freeman; two brothers-in-law, Jeremaih Smith and Oscar Jones; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Ave., where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday. Dr. Ricardo Brown officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the funeral home at 9:45 a.m. Saturday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com.

Martha J. Cherry PORTSMOUTH - Martha Jane Cherry, 93, went to the Lord Jan. 21, 2009, at home surrounded by her family. This date of Jan. 21, 2009, was Mom and Dad's 75th wedding anniversary. Dad died in 1999 and we know that they celebrated their anniversary together. Mrs. Cherry a native of Carteret County, North Carolina, the widow of Arthur Lee Cherry was the daughter of the late Edger and Luta Marie Bell Tynes. She was a member of Churchland Baptist Church for more than 61 years. She was predeceased by a son, Donald C. Cherry. Survivors include her children, Bradford L. Cherry and wife Julianne, Geneva Cherry Viola and husband Emil, Arthur Lee Cherry III and wife Sue; nine grandchildren, Leann C. Bakht and husband Shoaib, Lori C. Baccanari and husband David, Ross Cherry and wife Tara, Chip Cherry and wife Betty, Dale Cherry and wife Laura, David Lee Cherry and wife Terri, Suzann Leary, Julie Petty and husband Mike, Christie Gray and husband Jason; 18 great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter; two brothers-in-law, James L. Cherry and Jessie A. Felton; two sisters-in-law, Jackie Cherry and Ann Cherry. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in Churchland Baptist Church by the Rev. Larry Coleman and the Rev. Dr. R. Clint Hopkins. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. today at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, Bennett's Creek Chapel, 5685 Lee Farm Lane, Suffolk. Memorial donations may be made to Churchland Baptist Church, 3031 Churchland Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23321. Condolences may be registered at, . Special thanks to Dr. Shoaib Bakht, Pat Yoder and the other care givers for years of special care and contributions to our mother's health and well being., Charities

CHURCH, Elizabeth M., 85, of Richmond, passed away, Thursday, January 22, 2009, at her daughter's home. She was retired from the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond with over 30 years of service, and a was a lifelong member of Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Sheridan Scott Church. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn C. Davis; two grandsons, C. Scott Davis and Sean M. Davis and his wife, Lisa; four great-grandchildren, John William Davis, Julianne Sheridan Davis, Hannah Snow Davis and Justin Reese Davis; one stepgreat-grandson, Robert Flippo Jr.; and four special friends, Betty Klein, Liz Childress, Frances Callahan and Gertrude Walker. The family will receive friends Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's-Staples Mill, 8510 Staples Mill Road, where funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday. Interment to follow at Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hatcher Memorial Baptist Church Endowment Fund, 2320 Dumbarton Road, Henrico, Va. 23228.

CRUMBLEY, Rosa Lee, peacefully departed this life on January 16, 2009. She was born on July 6, 1914 in Winston Salem, N.C. She received her education in the Richmond public schools. Rosa was an employee of Thalhimer's Department Store for 29 years from where she retired. She accepted Christ and became a member of Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church and was a member of the Seniors of Zion Ministry. She attended faithfully until her health failed. Rosa was preceded in death by her oldest daughter, Mary C. Boyd and leaves to cherish her memory, two devoted daughters, Rosa L. Williams of Newport News and Audrey Y. Hatcher; two stepsons, Jeremiah White and David Moss; stepdaughter, Elder Brenda Wheeler; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, 1 p.m., at Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2705 Hartman St. Pastor Roscoe Cooper III officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.

DARBY, Guy C., of Asheville, N.C., passed away January 14, 2009, after his loving and generous heart failed. He was the husband of Susan and father of Kaitlyn and Nicole of Silver Spring, Md. He was the brother of Gary L. Darby, Richmond, Va. and Kay D. Kaufman, Virginia Beach, Va. He was born on August 14, 1952 to June Marks (deceased) and Keith C. Darby of Charlottesville, Va. His stepmother, Jean C. Darby, and two half-brothers, Keith and Jamie Darby, also survive him. Guy was uncle to eight nieces and nephews. A graduate of Virginia Tech, Guy's career included association with prestigious New York City accounting firms and executive financial positions with companies in Richmond, Va., Santa Clara, Calif. and Raleigh, N.C. His passions included jet skiing with his children, sailing and football (Virginia Tech Hokies and Washington Redskins). He recently took great concern with the issue of climate change and global warming and was pursuing related studies at the University of North Carolina in Asheville, N.C. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 15, 2009, 2 p.m. at Bayleaf Baptist Church 12200 Bayleaf Church Road, Raleigh, N.C. 27614, (919) 847-4477. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made by check to The Alliance for Climate Protection, P.O. Box 1332, Menlo Park, California 94025 or via the website, wecansolveit.org/page/contribute/givetoacp

will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Darden family cemetery in Mapleton, N.C. The Rev. Mark Taylor will officiate. The family will receive friends in Garrett Funeral Home in Ahoskie, N.C., from 7 until 8:30 p.m. today. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial donations be made to the Darden Scholarship Fund, Wachovia Branch, 3114 Western Branch Blvd., Chesapeake, VA 23321. Friends and family may send condolences and sign the online guestbook by visiting, Charities

DREWRY, Patty Moncure, widow of Thomas Watkins Drewry, died peacefully at home on January 18, 2009. The younger daughter of the late William Augustus Moncure and Margaret Tinsley Moncure, Mrs. Drewry was born in Richmond in 1917. She grew up at the family home "Picquenocque" in Henrico County, as part of an exceptionally close-knit extended family, to which she was devoted. She was graduated from Collegiate School and attended Sweetbriar College. Mrs. Drewry worked at the Richmond News Leader for several years and served as a volunteer nurse's aid at the Medical College of Virginia during World War II. After their marriage in 1949, she and her husband lived briefly in Martinsville before moving to Williamsburg, where they raised their children at "Charlton House" in the Historic Area until his death in 1969, after which she made her home in Richmond. A member of Richmond's Second Presbyterian Church and a former member of the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Drewry lived out the spirit of her faith and supported the Church's missions in a myriad of ways each day. Like her mother and her husband, she always quietly found ways to help others, both through organizations such as Meals on Wheels (for which she served as a longtime driver) and through generous individual acts of thoughtful kindness. Mrs. Drewry pursued her interests in historic preservation through active membership in the Association for the Preservation of Virginia Antiquities and several Virginia county historical societies. She loved to garden, was a prize-winning flower arranger and was long involved in the Garden Club of Virginia. She was also a member of The Woman's Club, the Colonial Dames, the Country Club of Virginia and a former member of the Quarry Club and the Tuckahoe Woman's Club. The last, and longest, surviving of the seven Moncure children, Mrs. Drewry was preceded in death by her sister, Margaret Moncure Johnson; and their brothers, William Augustus Moncure Jr., Thomas Rutherfoord Moncure, James Garland Tinsley Moncure, Eustace Conway Moncure and John Moncure. She is survived by her son, William Sidney Drewry II of Williamsburg; her daughter and son-in-law, Virginia Watkins Drewry and Howard Curtiss Martin, of Alexandria; her granddaughter, Abigail Tinsley Moncure Martin of Alexandria and Williamstown, Massachusetts; two sisters-in-law, Julia Jones Moncure and Mary Cox Moncure, both of Richmond; the rest of the extended Moncure and Tinsley connection, including a host of nieces and nephews and their families and many friends. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, at Westminster Canterbury, 1600 Westbrook Avenue, Richmond. The interment will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, January 23, at Hollywood Cemetery, 412 South Cherry Street, Richmond. After the interment, Mrs. Drewry's life will be celebrated at an 11 a.m. memorial service at Second Presbyterian Church, 5 North Fifth Street (between Franklin and Main Streets), Richmond. A reception will follow the church service. Mrs. Drewry's family asks that those who loved her honor her memory by continuing to give of themselves to others. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in lieu of flowers, might contribute to the Thomas Watkins Drewry and Patty Moncure Drewry Scholarship Fund at the Virginia Tech Mechanical Engineering Department, 100 Randolph Hall, Blacksburg, Va. 24061, or a charity of their choice.

ECHARD, Dale Edward, 43, of Midlothian, passed away January 21, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 19 years, Pamela K. Echard; and their two children, Jacob and Kayla; his parents, James and Janice Echard; a brother, Mark A. Echard and wife, Becky; also numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He graduated from Spotswood High School and James Madison University. He was a 15-year employee with Circuit City as a Systems Analyst. A funeral service will be held Saturday, January 24, at 1 p.m. with a visitation one hour prior at the Woody Funeral Home, Huguenot Chapel, 1020 Huguenot Rd., Midlothian, Va. Interment Dale Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, Va. 23058.

Jan 23, 2009 Eva Harrett Wilson, 82, of 1449 S. 53rd St., Philadelphia, Pa., died Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Philadelphia. She was born on Aug. 21, 1926, in Pittsylvania County, to Joseph Millner and Effie Gravely Millner. They preceded her in death. Surviving are a daughter, Connie Coston of Philadelphia; two sisters, Effie O'Neal West of Media, Pa., and Hazel Evans of Danville; and three brothers, Lonnie Millner of Chatham, and Marvin Millner and Larry Millner, both of Martinsville. A funeral will be at noon Saturday at Fisher and Watkins Funeral Home in Danville with the Rev. Donald Coltrane officiating. Burial will be in St. Matthews Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour before the service.

Grace R. Faircloth NORFOLK - Grace Rae Faircloth, 82, passed away Jan. 18, 2009, in a local hospital. A native of Newport News, she was the daughter of the late Cora Estelle and John L. Faircloth. She was born on a farm, the youngest of 12 children. She will be missed by family and friends at the Hope House Foundation. She touched many lives with her loving manner and her wonderful sense of humor. A graveside funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Monday in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Hope House Foundation, 801 Boush St., Suite 302, Norfolk, VA 23510. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts. is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made to, Charities

FARROW, Mrs. Marjorie B., of Richmond, departed this life January 20, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Smithy Farrow. She is survived by one son, Wayne Farrow; three daughters, Janice, Dale and Vivian; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, two nieces, a host of other relatives and friends. Special thanks to the staff of Henrico Healthcare. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th St., where funeral services will be held Saturday 10 a.m. Burial Oakwood Cemetery.

will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Blacksburg Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Susan Verbrugge and the Rev. Charles Taylor officiating. The family asks that you consider a memorial donation to the Community Foundation of the NRV, P.O. Box 6009, Christiansburg, Va. 24068 or St. Jude Children's Hospital, www.stjude.org. The family would like to thank the staff at Carilion Hospice, especially nurse, Pam., Charities

A funeral service for Mrs. Christine H. Fisher will be held at noon, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009 at the chapel of J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va. The interment will follow at the Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23, 2008 at the funeral establishment. Honorary and active pallbearers are asked to assemble at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral establishment. The family will assemble at 11 a.m. at 2311 Buckner St. the day of the services and may be contact at (804) 732-3267. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Fisher online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment.

In Loving Memory of William E. Jr. FISHER It's been one year since you've been gone,, But we know that in Heaven you live on., You were so funny, so kind and true,, The greatest man that we all knew., You guided us with wisdom and the right words to say,, Just know that we think of you and miss you each day., It's been one year, yet you're still here,, Because in our hearts, we hold you near., No one can compare to the man that you were,, For you are the one, the ONLY Bill Fisher., You did a "Summuptable" job!, Greatly missed by your loving wife, Audrey, son Maurice, grandchildren, Lauren and Scotty, and Family, Charities

FLEMING, Eddie, of Richmond, departed this life January 19, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Juanita Fleming; two daughters, Gladys Baylor-Stinney and Sherri M. Fleming-Ogunbunmi; two sons, William Ray and Eddie Leon Fleming; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where the family will receive friends Friday (today), 6 to 7 p.m. Funeral service will be held Saturday, January 24, 12 p.m. at First Independent Methodist Church, 3050 Midlothian Turnpike. Rev. Harper Greenhowe, pastor, officiating. Interment Maury Cemetery.

FORD, Bruce F., departed this life on January 20, 2009 at Retreat Hospital in Richmond, Va. Bruce was born in Washington, D.C., on April 6, 1939. He was preceded in death by his parents, Judson R. Ford and Susan Irene Ford; and one brother, Harold "H.K." Ford. Bruce leaves to cherish his memory a wife, Marion Ford of Richmond, Va.; daughter, Nicole (Bruce) Jiles; granddaughter, Brielle Jiles; and siblings, Judy (Bob) Dorsey, Dana (Helen) Ford and Joanne K. Ford, all of Culpeper, Va. Memorial services are planned for 1 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at Antioch Baptist Church, Culpeper, Va. W.C. Thompson Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

Bonnie B. Foutz VIRGINIA BEACH - Bonnie Burdell Foutz went to be with the Lord Jan. 22, 2009. She was born in Sylva, N.C., Sept. 18, 1929, the daughter of the late Bonnie and Frank Montgomery. She retired from Colonial Stores with 26 years, Chart House with five years and was a volunteer at Sentara Leigh Hospital for 21 years. She was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, William H. Foutz, five brothers and one sister. Bonnie is survived by a sister, Joann Huffman; nephews, Robert Huffman and Scott Huffman and his wife Carol; nieces, Teresa Hall and her husband Rex, Yvette England, all from North Carolina and Anita Joyner from Virginia; and other nieces and nephews. She was a member of Indian River Baptist Church. Bonnie loved her family, church family and her volunteer family and will be missed by all. A funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Indian River Baptist, 1600 Laurel Ave., Chesapeake. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today in Smith & Williams Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. Memorial donations may be made to Indian River Baptist Church., Charities

s will be conducted 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Rocky Mount Christian Church by the Reverend Jody Johnson. Burial will follow at Franklin Memorial Park. Flowers are welcome but memorials may also be made to , or Franklin Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Friends may call at Flora Funeral Service on Friday night, January 23, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m., Charities

GAULDING, Thomas W., passed away January 21, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Judy Gaulding; his daughter, Mary Catherine Gaulding; his son, James W. Gaulding and wife, Tara; a brother, Cary S. Gaulding and wife, Carol; brother-in-law, William T. Hayward and wife, Brenda. Tom was a CLU self-employed insurance agent and a registered representative of Sammons Securities. He was a former manager with Equitable and State Mutual. Tom also served in the Air National Guard. The family will receive friends Friday, January 23, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Woody Funeral Home, Parham Chapel, 1771 North Parham Rd., and where a funeral service will be held Saturday, January 24, at 11:30 a.m. Interment Westhampton Memorial Park. Contributions may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society or the National Kidney Foundation.

George W. Penn, Jr.

Jan 23, 2009 The funeral for George Willie Penn Jr., 60, of 615 Stockton Road, Martinsville, who died Jan 21, 2009, at Morehead Memorial Hospital in Eden, N.C., will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Hines Funeral Service. Elder Alan Preston will officiate. The family will receive friends for a half-hour before the service at the funeral home.

GILLARD, Elliot John, 78, of Midlothian, died Tuesday, January 20, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Alfreda (Barrett) Gillard of Boston, Mass.; and wife, Elizabeth (MacLeod) Gillard; brothers, Captain A. William Gillard and Henry Gillard; and grandson, Christopher Kent. He is survived by his wife, Dianna M. (Hannaford) Gillard; children, Jean Kent of Deltona, Fla., Scott Gillard of Hanover, Mass. and Rosemarie Gillard of Weymouth, Mass.; stepson, Joseph Brousaides of Powhatan, Va.; grandchildren, Yvonne Moriaray of Deltona, Fla., Michele and Sara Gillard, both of Hanover, Mass., Michael Landry of Weymouth, Mass., Danielle, Joshua and Logan Brousaides, all of Powhatan, Va.; daughters-in-law, Victoria Gillard of Hanover, Mass. and Linda Brousaides of Powhatan, Va.; sister, Gladys LaPierre of Rayham, Mass.; brother, Joseph Gillard of Tewksbury, Mass. Mr. Gillard served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, and retired from TRW, Cambridge, Mass. after 42 years of service. He was Past Master of Cosmopolitan Lodge A.F. & A.M., Stoughton, Mass. and Macedonian Lodge, A.F. & A.M. in Quincy, Mass., as well as Black Heath Lodge, A.F. & A.M. in Midlothian, Va., and a past District Deputy Grand Master of Grand Lodge of Massachusetts. He was a member of Bethesda Lodge No. 30, Order of the Odd Fellows, Braintree, Mass., a Past Patron of Keystone Chapter No. 18, Canton Chapter No. 321, and Contentment Chapter No. 184, Order of the Eastern Star, a Past Grand Representative to Ontario in Massachusetts, and a member of the Kilwinning Club of Boston, Mass. Elliot loved people and was always there to give a helping hand. The family will receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday, January 25, 2009, at the Huguenot Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Rd., and where a prayer service will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a Masonic service at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 26, 2009 at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 2480 Batterson Rd., Powhatan, Va. Interment Virginia Veterans Cemetery, Amelia, Va. at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Elliot J. Gillard to a charity of the donor's choice.

Gladys R. Litten

Jan 23, 2009 Gladys Rulette Litten, 90, of Mount Jackson, died Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2009, at her home. She was born May 14, 1918, in Mount Jackson, to Abner Norman Green Sr. and Mary Ellen Williams Green. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mervin "Stoney" Eugene Litten on May 15, 1999; two sons, Donald R. Litten and Carroll E. Litten; and three brothers and two sisters. She was a lifelong member of Valley Central Church in New Market where she formerly taught Sunday school, was church pianist and was a member of several church circles. She was employed at Byrd/Frederickson Orchards for 25 years. Surviving are a daughter, Judy Ann Hopson of Knoxville, Tenn.; five sons, James E. "Jim" Litten and Harry Lee Litten, both of Stuart, Phillip W. Litten of Woodstock, and Gary R. Litten and Gregory Litten, both of Edinburg; three sisters, Nina Will and Ruby Green, both of Skyline Terrace Nursing Home in Woodstock, and Patsy Weaver of Tenth Legion; 12 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Dellinger Funeral Home in Mount Jackson with the Rev. James Burke officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery in New Market. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 to 8 p.m. today. Memorials may be made to Valley Central Church, c/o Joann Painter, 75 West Lee Highway, New Market, Va. 22844, or to Mount Jackson Rescue and Fire Company Inc., P.O. Box 251, Mount Jackson, Va. 22842.

GOODE, James Grant Jr., 66, of Powhatan, Va. passed over from this world to be present with the Lord on January 19, 2009 at his home. He was the son of the late James G. Goode Sr. and Flossie Bates Goode. He is survived by his devoted wife of 46 and a half years, Catherine Watson Goode; and two children, James Anthony "Boo" Goode and Catherine E. "Cathy" Willingham (Kathy). Remains rest at the Robert Mealy Funeral Home, Goochland, Va. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 24, 2 p.m. at First Antioch Baptist Church, Powhatan, Va. Elder William Watson officiating. Eulogy by Rev. Leory Booker. Interment to follow at the family cemetery.

Richard Terrell (Terry) Graham, 66, of Blacksburg, Va., passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at Montgomery Regional Hospital. He was born in Newark, Del. on February 6, 1942, to the late Francis and Frances Robertson Graham. He retired from Virginia Tech in 2004 after 34 years as a professor in the College of Education. He is survived by his wife, Linda Graham, of Blacksburg; daughter and sonin-law, Jocylyn Anne and Wayne Surface, of Blacksburg; son and daughter-in-law, Richard C. and Jodi S. Graham, of Mainville, Ohio; brother and sister-in-law, Norris and Chris Graham, of Newark, Del.; grandchildren, Trevan Surface, Trent Surface and Lynden Surface; motherin-law, Betty Bostic, of Council, Va.; father-in-law, Jessie Bostic and wife, Linda; brother-in-law, Rick Bostic and wife, Sherry and their children, Amanda and Bradley, of Cedar Bluff, Va.; and many friends and past students. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the , 2840 Electric Road, Suite 106A, Roanoke, Va. 24018. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg., Charities

GRAY, Anna Margaret Riepma, known to all as Ann Gray. Born in Olathe, Kansas, April 20, 1918, died New York, the city she loved, of old age, on January 16, 2009. Newspaper-woman, (Kansas City Star), editor, (Glamour Magazine, Virginia Medical), historian, (the Tuckahoe Apartments, which she dearly loved), mother of Adrienne, Andrea, Christopher and Erin; grandmother of Leland, Olivia, Adrienne, Peter, Christopher, Carlton. She was a prizewinning seamstress and #1 Streetscapes column reader. She always wanted to be somebody, and she was. Do a crossword, bake bread or have a chocolate milkshake, and think of her.

HARRIS, Carolyn M., of Lanham, Md., beloved and devoted wife of John O. Harris Sr. and lovingly devoted mother of J. Otis Harris Jr., went home to be with her Lord on January 19, 2009 after a prolonged illness. Cherished sister, relative and friend to many. Former music teacher of both Pocahontas School in Powhatan, Va. and Glenarden Elementary in Glenarden, Md. Faithful, longtime member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. Sunday service and interment 2 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2591 Ridge Road, Powhatan, Va.

In Loving Memory of Dale HARRIS 01/23/1946 12/21/1992, There are no words that could ever express how much we love and miss you, Dale. Your smile and laughter will live with us and in everyone's heart you touched., "Forever and Always", Mom and Family, Charities

Dorothy B. Hinton CHESAPEAKE - Dorothy B. Hinton, 89, of Gale Avenue, died Jan. 21, 2009. She was born in Norfolk County, Virginia, and was a widow. She was a member of Rehoboth AME Church, Chesapeake, where she was a member of Mason-Wright Missionary, Lay Organization and the Adult Sunday School class. She was also a charter member of Gardenia Temple No. 720, IBPOE of W. Dorothy is survived by a daughter, Geraline Cox (Harry) of Chesapeake; two sons, Marshall Hinton (Linda) of Crowley, Texas, and Vincent M. Hinton Sr. of Portsmouth; six grandchildren, Vernetta Willoughby (James), Tara Jackson (James) of Fishers, Ind., Vincent Hinton Jr. (Shanda) of Milford, Conn., Stephanie Hinton of Crowley, Texas, Jodi Nelson (Sheridan) of Suffolk and Dr. Vernard Hinton (Tracey) of Arlington, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Sheridan Nelson II, Jayla Willoughby, Skylar Hinton and Jalen Willoughby. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in Rehoboth AME Church, 405 Shell Road, Chesapeake. The Rev. Willie P. Boothe III will officiate. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Corprew Funeral Home is in charge., Charities

Jan 23, 2009 James David Roberts, 60, of Vista View Lane, Ridgeway, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville. He was the husband of Ginger Joyce Roberts. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hillcrest Baptist Church. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Christian Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday. Collins-McKee-Stone Funeral Home in Martinsville is in charge of arrangements.

Jan 23, 2009 Jerry Lee Smith, 69, of Spencer, died Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at his home. He was born on March 16, 1939, in Richlands to Lola Compton Smith of Ridgeway and Clarence "Bill" Smith. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his wife, Corrine Smith. Smith was retired from Duke Power Co. Surviving, in addition to his mother, are two sons, Dennis Jackson of Claudville and Mike Jackson of Richlands; two daughters, Myrtle Monk of Richlands and Dottie Owens of Ridgeway; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. Saturday at Moody Funeral Home in Stuart with the Rev. Ed Hartman officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends at the funeral home for one hour before the service. Memorials may be made to PAWS (Patrick Animal Welfare Society), P.O. Box 743, Stuart, Va. 24171.

In Loving Memory Of Edward G. Johnson September 17, 1929 - January 23, 2005 This wonderful place called HEAVEN is where all who have believed in Him will see each other again, and it is the place where we will never again have to say goodbye. We love you and miss you dearly. Claristine Johnson (wife), Debra and Valerie (daughters), sons-in-law, and grandchildren, Charities

Jones, Evelyn Rose - Evelyn Rose Jones Evelyn Rose Jones, US 17 Hwy, died Wednesday, January 21, 2009, at her home in Murrells Inlet. Born August 15, 1918, ....

A funeral service for infant baby Dondre M. Jones Jr. of 1413 Eddy Stone Drive, Virginia Beach, who died on Wednesday morning at his residence, will be conducted at noon Monday from the Olive Branch Baptist Church, Dinwiddie, with The Rev. Kevin Northan officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Remains rest at the Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, A.A. Tucker, funeral director.

will be held Saturday at noon in Gethsemane Community Fellowship, 1317 E. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk. The Rev. Dr. Ronnie D. Joyner, pastor of Philadelphia Fellowship Baptist Church, will officiate. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will be at 916 Workwood Road, Norfolk. Graves Funeral Home is handling the arrangements., Charities

Maury Kroll VIRGINIA BEACH - Maury Kroll, 85, passed away Jan. 21, 2009. Born May 15, 1923, he lived in the Tidewater area all of his life. Maury was educated in the Norfolk school system and graduated from the Norfolk Navy Yard as a machinist, Shop 31. He Served in World War II in the Army Air Corps. Maury was the last of the master locksmith Kroll family, a presence in Norfolk since 1922. Survivors include his wife, Ann Leigh Kroll - 56 wonderful years; children, Kevin Tabakin and husband Gary, Lori Cox and husband Frank, Natanya Russell and JoAnn Kroll and special friend Dr. Kathy Hoff; sister, Ida Kittner and husband Bill; brothers, Harry Kroll and Calvin Kroll; and grandchildren, Michael, Amy and Brian Tabakin, Jason and Amanda Cox and Matthew Russell. Services will be held at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, at 11 a.m. today. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Beth Sholom Home. The family will be sitting Shiva at 219B 82nd St., in Virginia Beach. Online condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

In Loving Memory of Walter F. LADA December 6, 1917 January 23, 2007, The Rainbow comes and goes,, And lovely is the Rose,, The Moon doth with delight, Look round her when the heavens are bare,, Waters on a starry night, Are beautiful and fair;, The sunshine is a glorious birth;, But yet I know, where'er I go,, That there hath passed away a glory from the earth., ---William Wordsworth, Charities

A service of love and remembrance for Mrs. Lucille Lanham-Ridley will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, 2009 at Bethany Missionary Baptist Church, 613 E. Wythe St., Petersburg, Va. with The Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White Sr., pastor of Zion Baptist Church, Petersburg, officiating. Interment will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Augusta, Ga., at 2 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2009. The immediate family will assemble at noon at the residence and other family members and friends will assemble at 12:30 p.m. at the church the day of the service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Sisters Network Richmond, P.O. Box 15251, Richmond, VA 23227. Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mrs. Lanham-Ridley online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at the Farmer Cemetery in Woodlawn, Va., with the Rev. Donald W. Sizemore officiating. Arrangements by Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities

will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends in Snellings Funeral Home, George Washington Highway Chapel, Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be made to the family at, Charities

Arnold J. Madalinski NORFOLK - Arnold Joseph Madalinski, 73, passed away peacefully Jan. 21, 2009. He retired from the Norfolk Naval Base as an electrician for 23 years. Born in Ottawa Lake, Mich., he was the son of the late Celia Cecile Gawrych Madalinski and Frank Madalinski. Mr. Madalinski served in the U.S. Navy as a submariner for more than 20 years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Norfolk and its Grace Bible Class. He also attended and spent many hours in the computer lab at the Virginia Beach campus of Tidewater Community College and was a staple of many of the Starbucks and Barnes & Noble book stores around the Tidewater area. Left to cherish his memory are two daughters, Felicia M. Daniels and her husband Chris of Kill Devil Hills, N.C., and Marianne Madalinski of Hampton; a son, David A. Madalinski of Norfolk; and their mother, Rachel A. Barfield of Norfolk; a sister, Joanne M. O'Rielly and her husband Clifford of Ann Arbor, Mich.; two brothers, Norbert Madalinski and his wife Ruth of Ottawa Lake, Mich., and Victor Madalinski and his wife Marilyn of Petersburg, Mich.; and two darling grandchildren, Avery and Jordan Daniels. A celebration of his life will be conducted at 3 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, by the Rev. Teresa Holloway. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Society. Online condolences may be offered to the family through, Charities

s for Mr. Manning will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Lovejoy United Methodist Church with the Rev. Rick Gravitt officiating and interment following in Lovejoy UMC Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, Ga., on Friday, January 23, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to Lovejoy United Methodist Church, 12835 Hwy 36, Covington, Ga. 30014. Arrangements by Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, Covington, Ga., 770-786-7062., Charities

MARTIN, Dolores A., of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 21, 2009. She is survived by her husband, Boyd Martin "Buddy"; daughter, Susan Longest; son, Buddy Martin; grandchildren, Keri, Mark, Peter, and Kathlyn Longest; brother, Barney R. Freasier Jr.; and her puppy, Elizbeth. The family will receive friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Morrissett Funeral Home, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). Her funeral service will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Dale Memorial Park.

Gerd N. McNeil VIRGINIA BEACH - Gerd N. McNeil departed this life Jan. 13, 2009, after a diligent fight with a debilitating illness. She is survived by her loving husband, Raymond McNeil; son, Fred (Mary) Pacell; daughter-in-law, Wenche Delcane of Pennsylvania; grandson, Drew Pacell; and many other friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph and Anna Nilsen. Gerd had a passion for photography and over the years filled a number of photo albums. Additionally, she had a love for animals and a particular fondness for cats. She was always the astute business person and maintained two hair salons while living in Pennsylvania. She further catered to the needs of many because she loved to cook. A private memorial will be announced by the family at a later date., Charities

will be held noon on Friday, January 23, 2009, at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg with Military Honors provided by VFW Post #1184, Pulaski, Va. Arrangements by Horne Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Christiansburg, Va., Charities

MILES-SNEAD, Frances Virginia, of Richmond, Va., departed this life on Wednesday January 21, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Timothy B. Snead; and father, Garland T. Clarke. She is survived by her mother, Dorothy M. Clarke; and a host of other relatives and friends. Her remains rest at the Henry W. Dabney Funeral Home, 518 N. Washington Hwy., Ashland, Va. Her funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2009 at the Quioccasin Baptist Church 9011 Quioccasin Rd. Richmond, Va. 23229. Dr. Andrew Mosley Jr. officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens, Glen Allen, Va.

MILEY, Maxine Turner, age 75, died on Wednesday, January 21, 2008. She was born in Harrisonburg and moved to Capron in 1942. She is the widow of the late James R. Miley; and the daughter of the late Elmo S. and Beatrice Estep Turner. A graveside service will be held in the Capron Cemetery by the Rev. Jim Smith on Saturday, January 24, 2008, at 1 p.m. J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Wakefield Chapel, is handling the arrangements. Donations may be made to your favorite charity.

MIMMS, Bobbie W., went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 20, 2009 after a courageous, albeit short battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Doris M. Mimms; three children, Roy W. (Cindy), Donald P. (Cathy) and Melinda M. Campbell (Roy); five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He retired from Henrico County Public Schools' Construction and Maintenance Division after 24 years of faithful service. He didn't give flowers in life and requests that donations be made in his memory to the Lakeside Volunteer Rescue Squad or a charity of your choice. As a naval veteran, he has requested burial at sea by the Department of the Navy. He requested no memorial service for himself but said to celebrate his life in the way you care for others.

MOORE, Frank Shaw, 86, of Reedville, Va., passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2009. He was a retired cattle rancher. Frank was a graduate of VMI, Class of 1944, and a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps of World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline V. Moore. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn W. Moore; a daughter, Monnie M. Armsworthy and husband, Sidney, of Reedville, Va.; and a son, A. Brooks Moore and wife, Stephanie L., of Staunton, Va.; six grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at Goshen Baptist Church Cemetery, Goshen, Va., on Sunday, January 25, 2009. Faulkner Family Funeral Home & Crematory, Burgess, Va., will be handling the arrangements. Online remembrances may be made at faulknerfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Michael E. Moreland CHESAPEAKE - Dr. Michael E. Moreland, 61, died Jan. 21, 2009. A memorial Mass is pending. A full obituary will appear in this newspaper on Sunday. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mike Moreland Humanitarian Scholarship, P.O. Box 5185, Portsmouth, VA 23703 or to a charity of ones choice. Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth, is assisting the family., Charities

at the church. The family suggests donations be made to the Evergreene Activities Fund, 422 William Mills Drive, Stanardsville, Va. 22973 or a charity of one's choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Evergreene Meadows, Dr. Brooke Bostic and Hospice of the Piedmont for their loving care. Arrangements by Ryan Funeral Home, 12819 Spotwood Trail, Ruckersville, Va., vgreene.com/ryanfuneralhome, Charities

Diane Morrison VIRGINIA BEACH - Diane "Baum" Morrison, 53, of the 5300 block of Basilica Circle, passed away Jan. 21, 2009, at a local hospital. Born in Norfolk, Diane is survived by her husband, Scott Morrison; two sons, Robert L. and Brian L. Morrison; mother, Rhetta Baum; sister, Donna Delfera and husband Bill; niece, Emily; and several aunts and one uncle. She was predeceased by her father, Louis D. Baum Jr. A funeral will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Kempsville Chapel. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. in the funeral home., Charities

Nida S. Newman NORFOLK - Nida Vae Smith Newman has gone to be with her brothers and sisters. She was 88. She was born in Riverton, W.Va., June 26, 1920. Nida died at the home of her daughter, Sherry Newman Ramsey after a struggle with cancer. She lived with all of her children in her last years and liked to say, "When one of them gets tired of me I go to another." She loved family and saw each member as a part of her legacy. She grew up in West Virginia but moved to Virginia upon graduating from high school. She worked for several years before eventually meeting her future husband, John Wesley Newman. They were married on Christmas Eve 1944 while he was serving in the U.S. Army. They settled in St. Michaels, Md., where his family lived. They both loved the crooks and necks of the Chesapeake Bay and spent many leisurely hours on the water. They moved to Virginia and lived the rest of their married life there until his passing in 1962. She raised five children by her great strength and hard work, never failing to provide for all their needs as well as their wants. She is survived by her children, Dr. Joe Ann Newman-Gibbs of Windermere, Fla., Sherry Ramsey of Norfolk, Lucy Hall of Charlotte, N.C., John Newman of Bristow, Va., and James Newman of Norfolk. She loved and doted on her nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., next to her husband. The funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Norfolk Seventh-day Adventist Church. H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Norfolk Chapel, is handling arrangements. There will be a viewing Saturday from 4 to 6 p.m. in the funeral home. Condolences may be made at, Charities

NICHOLS, Mr. Richard O., Sr. ,"Dickie", formerly of Richmond, went home to be with the Lord on January 19, 2009 in New York. He was preceded in death by his parents, James A. Nichols Sr. and Lucille E. Nichols; and one brother, James A. Nichols Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Sarah Nichols; two children, Richard O. Nichols Jr. and Ranita N. Johnson (Michael); two grandchildren, Malcolm and Anthony Johnson; two brothers, Walter (Alpha) and Keith (Mana) Nichols; four sisters, Rose Munford, Jean Clarke, Mary Marrow (Thomas) and Naomi Montgomery (Arthur); one brother-in-law, Curtis Parrott; aunt, Martha I. Wright; two uncles, Martin Monroe and William (Ora Mae) Lomax; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Upon arrival, remains will rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 North 25th St., where the family will receive friends Saturday from 11 a.m to 12 noon followed by graveside services at 12:30 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery.

celebrating Peggy's life will be conducted 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2009, from the chapel of Lynch Funeral Home with Father Ralph Frye officiating. Arrangements by Lynch Funeral Home, 140 Floyd Ave., Rocky Mount, Va. 24151. To send condolences to the family online, please visit www.lynchfuneralhome.com., Charities

PERRY, Elsie Goodloe, 98, formerly of Fredericksburg, died Sunday, January 18, 2009 at Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, in Midlothian. She was the widow of Samuel E. Perry. Mrs. Perry was also predeceased by her parents, Philip Carroll Goodloe and Kate Crittenden Goodloe; her sisters, Kathleen Crittenden Goodloe, Nannie Waller Goodloe, Alice Goodloe Graube Graves; and her brother, Thomas Carroll Goodloe. Mrs. Perry received her Bachelor of Science degree from Mary Washington College in 1932. She taught school from 1932 to 1939 and then served as a substitute teacher into her seventies. Mrs. Perry was a lifelong and active member of Fredericksburg Baptist Church, where she taught an adult women's Sunday school class for over 50 years. She was also a longtime member of the Fredericksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad Ladies Auxiliary and the Mary Washington Hospital Auxiliary. Survivors include her daughter, Caroline P. "Kakki" Aydlotte and her husband, Ronald L. Aydlotte, of Powhatan, Va.; her son, Dr. Samuel E. Perry Jr. and his wife, Nancy B. Perry, of Amelia, Va.; two grandsons, Bradford Crittenden Perry and Philip Lee Aydlotte and his wife, Julie; nine great-grandchildren and five special nieces. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, January 23, at Covenant Funeral Service, 4801 Jefferson Davis Highway, Fredericksburg. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, at Fredericksburg Baptist Church at 1019 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fredericksburg Baptist Church, 1019 Princess Anne St., Fredericksburg, Va. 22401 or to Fredericksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 444, Fredericksburg, Va. 22401-5747. Online guest book at covenantfuneralservice.com.

Anne D. Price VIRGINIA BEACH - Anne D. Price, of the 5100 block of Cypress Point Circle, passed away Jan. 21, 2009. Born in Norfolk to the late Aaron and Viola Kelley, Anne was a member of Haygood United Methodist Church and Cypress Point Country Club. She was the widow of Paul R. Price Jr. and is survived by a daughter, Patti D. Saffioti and husband Larry of Suffolk; two granddaughters, Ashley and husband Jonathan and Gina and husband Bret; three brothers, Jimmy, Jerry and David Kelley; and sister, Martha Kelley. A funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Saturday in Haygood United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Princess Anne Memorial Park. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 9 p.m. at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

s will be held in Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors Feb. 17 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation or The Heritage Foundation. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

REIDY, Laura Taylor, 49, of Richmond, passed away January 21, 2009. She is survived by her sister, Eleanor L. Reidy of Annapolis, Md.; brothers, John T. Reidy and his wife, Marianne, of Charlotte, N.C., and twin brother, Henry W. Reidy of Richmond; and three nephews, John T. Reidy IV of Charlotte, N.C., Henry W. Reidy Jr. and Robert C. Reidy, both of Richmond. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Avenue, where a memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday. Interment in Mt. Calvary Cemetery will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to your favorite charity.

RENICK, Olive Jean, 75, of Midlothian, passed away on January 21, 2009, after a long bout with cancer. The daughter of the late Dewey and Fern Renick, she was born in Williamsburg in 1933. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Dewey and Charles Renick. She is survived by her three nieces, Susan Lang of Englewood, Colo., Martha Renick of Lake Oswego, Ore., and Karen Renick of Austin, Texas; one nephew, Tim Renick of Richmond; and her lifelong friend, Michael Maxwell of Midlothian. Jean was a 1951 graduate of Mathew Whaley High School in Williamsburg, where she was president of her junior class and a 1956 graduate of Duke University where she obtained a B.S. in Nursing and was president of Duke Nursing School. After graduation she was manager of the Williamsburg Memorial Park from 1962 to 1969, worked for the Bank of Virginia in 1970 and the Miller Morton Company in 1971, where she was secretary for the VP National Sales Manager for Pet Care and Health & Beauty Aids. Upon retirement she spent many weeks traveling the world primarily on cruise ships, visiting such places as Bali, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Australia, Tahiti, Europe and Russia. A small memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Huguenot Chapel of Woody Funeral Home, 1020 Huguenot Road, Midlothian. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123-1719. Phone (800) ACS-2345.

W. Elsberry Riddick BELVIDERE - William Elsberry Riddick, 79, of the 100 block of Hickory Cross Road, formerly of Salisbury and Charlotte, died Thursday morning, Jan. 22, 2009, in Albemarle Hospital. Born in Perquimans County, he was the son of the late George Robert and Margaret Louise Winslow Riddick. He retired as a claims manager with Michigan Mutual Insurance Company. He was a member of Up River Friends Meeting, Perquimans Masonic Lodge No. 106, American Legion Post No. 126, the NRA, the B & N Hunt Club and the Salisbury Elks Club. He served in the Air Force during the Korean conflict. Survivors include his brother, J. Quincy Riddick and wife Lessie; a sister-in-law, Alice Bea Riddick; a niece, Faye White and husband John E.; nephews, Philip Riddick and wife LuAnn, all of Belvidere and Jimmy Riddick of Hertford. He was predeceased by a brother, George R. Riddick. The family will meet at the home of Quincy Riddick, 115 Hickory Cross Road, Belvidere. A funeral will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in Up River Friends Meeting with Pastor Richard Wilcox officiating. Burial will follow in the family cemetery. Memorials may be sent to his church, 523 Up River Road, Belvidere, NC 27919 or the Oxford Orphanage, Oxford, NC 27565. Swindell Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the Riddick family., Charities

In Loving Memory Andra "Mickey" Russell June 10, 1958 - January 23, 2008 We can not believe it's already been a year since we have seen your loving smile, felt your gentle touch, or heard your sweet voice. There have been some rough days but God's comforting hands has kept us throughout the year. Your memory will be forever in our hearts. We love and miss you! Dad, Mom, Tania, Sina, Warren, Kenny, Bianca, Ashleigh, Chamberlain, Brianna, Christina and Danielle., Charities

SABULSKY, John F., 70, of Midlothian, passed away January 17, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Renate; daughters, Jennifer, Leona and Michele and her husband, Mark; grandchildren, Jessica, Julia, Thomas and Tyler; and a host of beloved family and friends. There will be a small Celebration of Life services locally as well as in California, New Jersey and the D.C. area. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association or to your local food bank.

will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in Fairview Church of Christ by Gerald Stemm, minister. Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Blvd. Chapel, is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the , 500 E. Plume St., Suite 110, Norfolk, VA 23410., Charities

In Loving Memory Nadia Lydia Sammons October 29, 1966 - January 23, 2001 Sissy, everyday of my life I miss you more and more. You were truly a friend who knew what it meant to be a sister. My beautiful Lella, there is not one moment in my life that I do not think of you. I will always love and miss you dearly. Sis, I miss all of the talks and laughter we could have had. Rest in Peace our BEAUTIFUL Daughter and Sister. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU ALWAYS, Your Mother Nadia Your older brother Max and Your little sister Sonja, Charities

SELDEN, Sharon Hollins, 65, died suddenly Wednesday, January 21, 2009. She is survived by her daughter, Paige S. Fitzgerald and her husband, Scott; son, Dr. Stephen F. Selden and his wife, Greta; three grandsons, John Fitzgerald, William and Landon Selden. Mrs. Selden was a 1961 graduate of Lee-Davis High School and a 1965 graduate of Longwood College. The family will receive friends Friday (today), 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Bliley's-Central, 3801 Augusta Ave., where services will be held 12 noon Saturday. Interment Gethesemane Church of Christ. Memorial contributions may be made to autismspeaks.org or the Richmond SPCA.

SHACKELFORD, Mrs. Gertrude Gaiters, of Richmond, departed this life January 17, 2009. She leaves to cherish her memory two brothers, Jerry Gaiters Sr. and Ceasar Gaiters Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins among them a devoted niece, Barbara Tanner; and other relatives and friends, among them a devoted friend, Queen Faison. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue, where funeral services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. Rev. Douglas Ross officiating. Interment Riverview Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the funeral home 12:45 p.m. Saturday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com.

SIMON, David Willard, 75, departed this life Monday, January 19, 2009, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He leaves to cherish his memory, his sons, Andrew and Elliott, both of Tidewater area, and Clint of New York; daughters, one devoted, Felicia of Richmond, Angela, Krystal, and Louvella, all of New York; his loving and devoted grandson, Bryce; a host of other relatives and friends. Remains may be viewed at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., Saturday at 10 a.m., followed by funeral services at 11 a.m. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

s will be held 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel with the Rev. Paul Sink officiating. The interment will follow in Mountain View Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2009, at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities

John F. Skillman SOUTHPORT - John Frederick Skillman, 86, of Forest Oak Drive, and formerly of Virginia Beach, passed away Jan. 22, 2009. He was born Sept. 27, 1922, in Victoria, Va., one of five children of the late Frederick Augustus Skillman and Mary Almand Skillman. He served in the United States Army during World War II, after which he became an independent businessman with the opening of London Bridge Supply Company in Virginia Beach. He later worked for the city as a deputy commissioner of revenue. He was a 32nd degree Mason and was active in the Shriners. He was also a member of the American Legion and the Princess Anne Ruritan Club. Mr. Skillman was married for 61 years to his beloved wife, the late Icalene Briggs Skillman. He is survived by his son, Steve Skillman and wife Debbie of Southport and grandchildren John Skillman and Meredith Skillman. The funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the chapel of Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral Home, 1411 N. Howe St., Southport. Entombment will follow in Cape Fear Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lynnhaven Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 136 South Lynnhaven Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. You may offer condolences and sign the guestbook at, Charities

SMITH, Eugene C., of Richmond, Va., transitioned on January 21, 2009. Born on February 15, 1935 to Ellen and Herbert, Mr. Smith lived his entire life in Richmond, where he made a career at Philip Morris, U.S.A. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 41 years, Helen. Survivors include two sons, Dennis (Denise) and William (Charmaine) Vauters; four grandchildren, Ta'Nise, Ja'Von, Santonio and Mario; six great-grandchildren; sister, Clarice Jackson; nephew and niece, Melvin Odell and Grace (Fred) Jackson. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, January 24, at St. John Baptist Church, 4317 North Ave., Richmond, Va. 23222. Masonic Burial in Forest Lawn Cemetery, 12:30 p.m. Monday, January 26.

John M. Smith SAN ANTONIO, Fla. - John Millard Smith passed away Dec. 23, 2008, after a long, courageous battle with cancer, while surrounded by his wife and three sons. John, or "Smitty" as most friends knew him, was born Oct. 2, 1939, in Washington County, Ohio, and raised in Springboro, Ohio. He was the son of the late Russell and Clara Smith. He is survived by his wife, Karen; sons and family, Jeff and Melissa, Craig and Cathy, Brian and Chris; granddaughters, Jenna Lee, Haley Ryan, Casey Nicole and grandson, Copeland John Daniel Smith; brothers, Bill and Dave Smith; and sisters, Sue Brunk and Charlotte Carter. He served more than 32 years in the United States Navy and retired as the command master chief of Portsmouth Naval Hospital. He served his country with dignity, honor and respect. Following his retirement, he and his wife relocated to the Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club Community in San Antonio, Fla. Donations in the name of John Smith can be made to Hernando Pasco Hospice Center, 37445 Clinton Ave., Dade City, FL 33525., Charities

s will be held 1 p.m. on Monday, January 26, 2009, at Cedar Lawn Memorial Park with the Rev. Bob Lanier officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National D-Day Memorial Foundation, P.O. Box 77, Bedford, Va. 24523. Arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel, 540-982-2221., Charities

Moses J. Stewart (MOE), 82, of 21402 Chesterfield Ave., Ettrick, Va., departed this life Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2009 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He retired from Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company and Chesterfield County and was the neighborhood barber for many years until health prevented him from doing so. He was preceded in death by his parents, Merdith and Caldonia Stewart; a son, Moses Jr.; and a daughter, Catherine Stewart. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Estelle (Marie) Stewart; son, Richard Branch; four daughters, Jacqueline Moore (devoted), Patricia Stewart, Linda Stewart and Renee Stewart; 10 grandchildren, Cynthisha Stewart, Hope Branch, Dwayne Stewart, Quincy Moore, Catessa Moore, Diamond Moore, Jordan Stewart, Rochelle Beale, Raheem Stewart and Tasha Stewart; 8 great-grandchildren, Ike Mason, D'Vonte Stewart, Damani Banks, Jayden Banks, Amira Gordon, Brianna Rook, Jasmine Moore, and Makiah Beale; two brothers, Novell (Liz) Stewart of New York and Mervin (Corrine) Stewart of North Carolina; one sister, Ida (SDamuel) Howell of South Hill; three sisters-in-law, Ella Taylor of New Jersey, Toresa Lee and Martha Scott of Petersburg, Va.; three brothers-in-law, Mitchell Branch of Nebraska, Wallace Branch of New York and Michael Branch of Petersburg; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins among them one devoted, Catherine Threatt of Petersburg, and friends, including one devoted, Eugene Lee of Chesterfield, Va. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, at 3 p.m. at Union Branch Baptist Church, Chesterfield, with The Rev. Dr. Gregory Howard, officiating. Interment will be in the Branch Family Cemetery, Hickory Rd., Chesterfield. The remains will lie in state at the church on Saturday from 1:45 p.m. until the hour of service. Relatives and friends will assemble at the residence at 2 p.m. A memory video may be viewed at the funeral home. Services under the direction of Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg.

TAYLOR, Ms. Betty, of Richmond, departed this life, January 19, 2009. She is survived by one devoted nephew, Rev. Dr. James R. Taylor (Rose) of Freeport, N.Y. A host of grandnieces and one grandnephew, many close and caring friends, among them Sandra Coles, Hope Thompson, Evelyn Pittman and William Jones. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Home, 700 N. 25th Street, where the family will receive friends Friday, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., and where funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Bishop Steven W. Banks eulogist. Burial Oakwood Cemetery.

will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Oakey's East Chapel. Interment will follow in Daleville Cemetery with Military Honors by the United States Navy. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 23, 2009, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Oakey's East Chapel, Bonsack, 540-977-3909., Charities

THORNTON, Carolyn Alderman, of Richmond, Va., passed away on January 20, 2009. She is survived by her husband, John E. Thornton Jr. "Jack"; children, Ellyn Wilmoth and husband, Eddie, all of Richmond, Katherine Dannemiller and husband, Larry of Houston, and John E. Thornton III and wife, Gina of Charlottesville; a sister, Kay Alderman King of Atlanta; and five grandchildren, Steve and Kristin Wilmoth, Curtis and Madelyn Thornton and Lauren Dannemiller. She was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Class of 1948, Converse College, R.P.I. and Columbia University. She was a noted piano teacher and musician at Collegiate School, and privately for over 40 years. She was an active member and leader at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Bliley's - Central, 3801 Augusta Ave. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 3602 Hawthorne Ave., Richmond, Va. 23222. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the St. Thomas Endowment Fund.

Jennie M. Turner NASSAWADOX - Jennie Benton Mapp Turner, 91, of Newark, Del., but formerly of Nassawadox, died Jan. 12, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Belle Haven Cemetery in Belle Haven, Va. B.D. Holland Funeral Home is in charge. You may sign the guest book at, Charities

TYLER, Joyce Wright, died on January 21, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse B. Wright and Sallie L. Wright; and by her beloved husband, John B. Tyler Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Linda P. Tyler; and three sons, John B. Tyler Jr. (Bonnie), Bruce B. Tyler (Tina) and Robert W. Tyler (Darlene); and grandchildren, Jessica, Eric, Alan and Tracy. Joyce leaves behind not only her immediate family, but many special and loving friends, Brenda, Jean, Hal, Charlotte, Alice, her many bingo buddies and church family. Memorial services will be held on January 31 at 11 a.m. at Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Road, Richmond, Va. A private burial will be held at a later date.

UNDERWOOD, Calvin A. L., of Ashland, born in Huntersville, W.Va., passed away January 19, 2009. He is survived by his devoted wife of 60 years, Audrey S. Underwood; two sons, C. Lanty Underwood (Vivian) of Mechanicsville, Dallas R. Underwood (Jo Ann) of Bumpass; four grandchildren, Andrew, Matthew, Audra and Ethan; three sisters, Regina Dumire, Hazel Sherbs, both of W.Va., and Jewell Carter of Waynesboro. Mr. Underwood was a U.S. Army veteran of WWII. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Hanover Memorial Park, Mechanicsville. A reception will be held at the First Baptist Church, Ashland, Va. following the service. Arrangements by Monaghan Funeral Home.

Dr. M. Elizabeth Vogel passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2009, in Moneta, Va. Her love for the outdoors, sailing and her family was present in all aspects of her life. From the time spent in the Colorado Mountains to her passing at her beloved home at Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia, she loved the natural elegance of life which she passed on to all the people around her. Elizabeth was extremely proud of her family, she loved her children and grandchildren. She leaves to cherish her memory, two sons, Matt Telinde and his wife, Mary Anne, of Norfolk, Va., and Tim Telinde and his wife, Donna Kay, of Garden City, Kan.; her mother and father, Daniel and Mary Ann Vogel, of Indiana; a brother, James Vogel and his wife, Susie, from Broomfield, Colo., and their children, Megan Hays and Andy Vogel; and six grandchildren, Alexander William, Kelsey Elizabeth, and Lauren Alexis Telinde, of Norfolk, Mackenzie Nix and Madison Danielle Telinde, of Garden City, Kan. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Timothy Mitchell Barton Telinde., Elizabeth received her B. A. in Health Services Administration from Loretto Heights College in 1978, her Master of Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan School of Public Health in 1981 and her Ph.D. in Public Administration and Urban Policy in 2005. Dr. Vogel was a consultant with the World Bank and a Congressional Fellow with Rep. Carolyn B. Maloney and a well published author. Dr. Vogel was an Adjunct Associate Professor with both Old Dominion University and Virginia Tech., Dr. M. Elizabeth Vogel joined Carilion Medical Center in Roanoke, Va., in the fall of 2006 as the Faculty Development Educator. During the time Elizabeth was employed by Carilion, she made a huge impact on the educational culture of the residents, staff and physicians at Carilion. Elizabeth's enthusiasm, energy, and talents made a difference in how the physicians did their work. She helped lay the foundation for the development of the curriculum for the new medical school and developed excellent programs for post graduate education of residents, fellows and physician leadership groups. Elizabeth will be missed greatly, but the work she began will proceed and her contribution to Carilion will not be forgotten., A Funeral Mass will be held 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 175 Government Ave., Norfolk, Va. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Norfolk. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 23, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk, Va., In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in her memory to Operation Smile or Heartland Heros, 710 Sarah, Garden City, Kan. 67846., will be held for Dr. Elizabeth Vogel in the Roanoke, Va., area. This will be held 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church located at 2101 South Jefferson Street, Roanoke, Va. Condolences may be offered to the family on-line at www.woodlawngroup.com., Charities

will be held for Dr. Elizabeth Vogel in the Roanoke area. This will be held Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 5:30 p.m. in First Presbyterian Church, 2101 S. Jefferson St., Roanoke, Va. The family will receive friends today from 6 to 8 p.m. at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 6329 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Norfolk. Condolences may be offered to the family online at, Charities

will be conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. in Bayside Presbyterian Church, Independence Boulevard. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Thomas Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

to be held in Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Bayside Chapel, Sunday at 2 p.m. with Chaplain Chris Fosback officiating. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations may be made to the . Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities

Clarence L. Wigginton EDENTON - Clarence Leo Wigginton, 90, of the 200 block of Dickinson Ave., died Jan. 20, 2009, in Brithaven Nursing Facility. Mr. Wigginton was the son of the late Anice Dalton and Huston M. Wigginton. He served our country as a member of the United States Navy during World War II and was a member of Pleasant Grove Christian Church. Surviving include his wife of nearly 62 years, Elsie Jones Wigginton; one son, Clarence Wayne Winn of Martinsville, Va.; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and lots of nephews, nieces and friends. Mr. Wigginton was preceded in death by eight brothers and sisters. A celebration of Mr. Wigginton's life will be held at 2 p.m. today in Pleasant Grove Christian Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at their home. Evans Funerals and Cremations of Edenton is serving the Wigginton family., Charities

Willnette G. Wimberly NEWPORT NEWS - Willnette G. Wimberly, of the 500 block of 42nd Street, died Jan. 20, 2009. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the United House of Prayer for All People. Poole's Funeral Home is in charge.

Luvinia Hunt Winfield of 330 Beech St., Petersburg, Va., suddenly slipped into eternal rest on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009. She was born to the late Henry Sr. and Lillie Reid Hunt on July 17, 1929 in Vance County, N.C. As a young child, the family moved to Petersburg. Luvinia H. Winfield was preceded by her spouse, Woodrow Wilson Winfield; daughter, Pecolia Winfield; and all of her loving brothers: Jessie, John, Gable, Henry, Robert, Dan; and two sisters, Hattie Watson and "her" Peggy B. Small, of whom she loved more than love itself, and after her passing, a part of Mrs. Winfield went along, and finally her joy has been restored at their meeting bye and bye. There was not a day that she didn't mention Peggy. She was also predeceased by her daughter-in-law, Michelle Drew Winfield, and very devoted and lifetime friend, Mr. Charles Goodrich Sr., Mr. Armstead Tucker, Sarah Williams, Vernon Good II, Go Lewis, and James Blackwell Sr. She is survived by two sons, Jihad A. Muhammad (Michell) and James B. Winfield (Debra), three daughters, Doretha W. Fields (Warren Fields Sr.), Mary McDaniel (Charles), and Kizzy Gill (Walter), and a son-in-law, Mr. Kenneth McDaniel Sr.. She leaves to cherish her memory: two sisters, Caroline Holmes of Petersburg and Frances Gilliam of Washington, D.C.; sister-in-law, Mrs. Ruth Hunt of Petersburg; 16 grandchildren, Tonia Thomas, James Gordon, James Thomas, Carlos Graves, Kenisha Winfield, Kyiesha Winfield, Juliesha Winfield, Tonise Tucker, Ricky Thomas, Angel McDaniel, James Dean, Kenda McDaniel, Kenneth McDaniel, Warren Fields Jr., Tylihia Henderson, Tyrone Henderson Jr.; nine great-grandchildren; two others who were like daughters, Patricia Gill and Jackie Jones of Petersburg; true lifetime devoted friends, Nathaniel Hines and Mrs. Susie Kemp; devoted family friends, Richard White Jr. and Claireman Mattox, a devoted caregiver, Ms. Dorothy Chambers, and many more. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday from the Faith and Hope Church, East Washington Street, Petersburg, with Elder Herman Crockett Jr. officiating. Interment will be in the Hunt Family Cemetery, Dinwiddie County. Relatives and friends will kindly assemble at 1 p.m. at 2616 Homestead Drive, Petersburg, the residence of the daughter. Remains rest at Tuckers Funeral Home, 415 Halifax St., Petersburg, A.A. Tucker, funeral director.

celebrating his life will be held at noon on Saturday, January 24, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel with the Rev. R.J. Reynolds officiating. Burial will follow in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2009, at Oakey's North Chapel, 540-362-1237., Charities

Jesse R. Wright CHESAPEAKE - Jesse R. Wright, 83, of the 500 block of Longdale Crescent, passed away Jan. 19, 2009, peacefully at home. Jesse was retired from the U.S. Navy and was a veteran of World War II serving 20 years and surviving the sinking of the USS Little off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. He was also a Nationwide insurance agent for 42 years. He is survived by two sons, Terry Wright of Norfolk and Gary Samuel Wright of San Diego; a daughter, Rickey Haughey of Maui, Hawaii; a brother, Dave Wright of Jacksonville, Ark.; a sister, Peggy Schwaiger of Cincinnati; and two grandchildren, Andrew Wright and McKenna Haughey. He is also survived by his companion of 19 years, Betty Palmer of Chesapeake. Burial will be at a later date in Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery. Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be offered to the family at, Charities